Speed Queen Dryers Error Codes

E01

Dryer will not start, display shows E01 shortly after pressing Start

Door Switch or Door Circuit Fault

E02

Dryer stops shortly after starting, display shows E02, drum may tumble briefly then shut off

Thermal Fuse or High-Limit Thermostat Trip

E03

Dryer will not start, E03 displayed, sometimes accompanied by a humming sound from the motor area

Motor Start Failure or Motor Circuit Fault

E04

Dryer runs but does not heat, E04 displayed after a few minutes of operation

Heating Circuit Open or Heater Relay Fault

E05

Dryer shuts down with E05, often after running for a short time, cabinet feels very hot

Exhaust Airflow Restriction / Overheat Protection

E06

Dryer displays E06 and will not start or stops mid-cycle, often associated with erratic control behavior

Main Control Board Communication or Internal Failure

E07

Dryer shows E07 and may not heat correctly or may end cycles prematurely

Outlet Thermistor / Temperature Sensor Fault

E08

Dryer displays E08, may run but time remaining is inaccurate or cycles end too soon/too late

Inlet Thermistor / Temperature Sensor Fault

E09

Dryer shows E09 and will not start or stops unexpectedly, sometimes with no drum movement

Door Lock / Door Latch Error (Sensorized Models)

E10

Dryer displays E10 and may not respond to button presses or may start/stop erratically

User Interface / Keypad Communication Error

E11

Dryer shows E11, may run but drum does not turn or stops turning mid-cycle

Drum Motor Overload or Tach Feedback Error (where equipped)

E12

Dryer displays E12 and may not heat properly, often associated with very long dry times

Moisture Sensor Circuit Fault

E13

Dryer shows E13 and will not start, or stops with a beeping alarm

Exhaust Temperature Over-Limit / Safety Thermostat Trip

E14

Dryer displays E14, may not start or may shut down when Start is pressed

Start Switch / Start Circuit Fault

E15

Dryer shows E15, often after a power outage or surge, may not power up correctly

Power Supply / Line Voltage Error

E16

Dryer displays E16, may run but gas burner does not ignite (gas models)

Gas Ignition Failure

E17

Dryer shows E17, burner lights but goes out quickly or cycles erratically (gas models)

Flame Sensing / Flame Stability Error

E18

Dryer displays E18, drum turns but there is a loud squeal or grinding noise

Drive System / Belt or Idler Fault Detected

E19

Dryer shows E19, may stop mid-cycle with no heat and a hot smell from the rear

Heater Ground Fault / Short to Chassis

E20

Dryer displays E20 and may not start; sometimes accompanied by interior light not working

Door Switch / Drum Light Circuit Error

Symptom

Dryer control panel buttons are unresponsive or intermittent

User Interface / Keypad Failure

Symptom

Dryer door is hard to close or pops open during cycle

Door Latch / Strike Wear

Symptom

Dryer door will not stay closed; cycle will not run because door switch does not engage

Door Switch Engagement Failure

Symptom

Dryer drum turns but there is a loud squealing noise during operation

Worn Drum Support Components

Symptom

Dryer has a musty or moldy odor inside the drum

Odor Contamination from Lint and Moisture

Symptom

Dryer interior light does not work but dryer otherwise operates normally

Drum Light Circuit Failure

Symptom

Dryer is leaking water onto the floor

Condensation / Venting Issue (Not Internal Water Leak)

Symptom

Dryer leaves black or brown marks on clothing

Drum Seal or Felt Contamination / Drum Stain Transfer

Symptom

Dryer makes a loud thumping or banging noise as the drum turns

Drum Support or Belt Issue

Symptom

Dryer overheats, clothes are very hot or scorched at end of cycle

Temperature Control Failure

Symptom

Dryer produces a burning smell during operation

Overheating or Foreign Material Contact

Symptom

Dryer runs but clothes take too long to dry

Poor Airflow or Incorrect Heating

Symptom

Dryer runs but does not heat (no error code displayed)

Heating System Failure (Electric Models)

Symptom

Dryer runs but drum does not turn

Drive System Failure

Symptom

Dryer runs continuously and does not shut off at the end of the cycle

Timer or Control Board Stuck On

Symptom

Dryer starts then stops after a few seconds

Motor Overload or Safety Interlock Trip

Symptom

Dryer stops with clothes still damp when using automatic (sensor) cycles, but works on timed dry

Moisture Sensing System Under-Reading

Symptom

Dryer vibrates excessively or walks across the floor during operation

Cabinet Vibration / Leveling Issue

Symptom

Dryer will not start at all, no lights or response from controls

No Power / Dead Control

Symptom

Dryer will not start, lights are on but pressing Start does nothing

Start Circuit / Motor Interlock Failure

Symptom

Gas dryer runs but does not heat (no error code), igniter may or may not glow

Gas Ignition System Failure